Cher announces first Australian tour in more than 10 years

Do you believe in life after retirement? Cher does, and that's why she's touring Australia again after more than a decade.

Inspired by her recent visit to Oz during the 40th anniversary of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in March, the 71-year-old singer announced that she will be touring the country for the first time in 13 years.

She was last here in 2005 for her three-year 'Farewell Tour', but she's clearly not ready to hang up the bodysuits just yet, and is set to wow fans with her appropriately titled 'Here We Go Again Tour.'

"My visit to Sydney's Mardi Gras reminded me how unique and beautiful Australia is," she said in a statement. "It's been 13 years since I toured there so I thought, 'Let's do it one more time.'"

Cher kicks off her tour in Newcastle on September 26, before hitting Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. Her final show will be in Sydney on October 18. Visit Live Nation for tickets and more info.

Newcastle Entertainment Centre -- Wednesday, September 26

Brisbane Entertainment Centre -- Friday, September 28

Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne -- Wednesday, October 3

Adelaide Entertainment Centre -- Tuesday, October 9

Perth Arena -- Friday, October 12

Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney -- Thursday, October 18

And expect the star to belt out her biggest hits during the 90-minute show, including 'If I Could Turn Back Time,' 'Strong Enough' and her breakout single 'I Got You Babe.'

Last year, just one day after her 71st birthday, Cher also stole the show at the Billboard Music Awards when she performed her '90s hit 'Believe' while rocking a diamante bra under a cutaway, crystal-encrusted two-piece ensemble.

"I'm 71 yesterday and I can do a five-minute plank, OK. Just sayin," the legendary vocalist announced as she was handed her Icon Award.